1953 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 719 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
